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Spitsbergen, Greenland & Iceland - M/s Fram

Spitsbergen to Greenland
Sail from Greenland to Spitsbergen, following the ice's edge always on the lookout for wildlife. Navigating south, explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and by Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move from the 'Land of Ice and Fire' - Iceland, towards Greenland and into Spitsbergen. Inuit villages, unique wildlife and remote destinations are some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic.

Tour Highlights

Explore three countries in one voyage

Travel to the Land of Fire and Ice with it's raw, untamed beauty

Walk on Greenland's desolate shores

Travel to the land of the polar bear

Wildlife galore - from Arctic fox to seals and ivory gulls

Itinerary

1

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik is Iceland's capital city and referred to locally as the 'smallest big city on Earth'. In relative close surroundings of the city you may find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and mountains. Embarkation will be mid afternoon.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Dinner

2

Grundarfjörður, Iceland

Grundarfjörður is considered a place of unusual beauty and is one of very few places in the world where the authorities have provided reserved areas for the 'hidden people' or elves!

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3

Flateyri, Iceland

The morning will be spent in Flateyri, which has been a trading post since 1792 and the base for shark-hunting and whaling operations in the 1900’s. Today Flateyri, like so many other fishing villages, is dependent on tourism. There is a nice sandy beach on the other side of the fjord, and although the sea might be colder for bathing than most people prefer, the sand is great for building sand castles.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4

Ísafjörður, Iceland

Ísafjörður has a long history as centre of commerce and fish trading. Take a stroll in the cosy town with its timber houses built by wealthy foreign traders in the 18th century.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5

Ittoqqortoormiit (Scoresbysund), Greenland

Ittoqqortoormiit or Scoresbysund is the most isolated town in Greenland. The trappers living here are the only ones allowed to hunt within the North East Greenland National Park.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

In the exciting days to follow, we will have plenty of time to discover the delights of North East Greenland.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

We will sail within the boundaries of North East Greenland National Park; the largest national park on Earth.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

This voyage will take you to one of the most isolated places on Earth - but aboard one of the most capable specially-built expedition vessels. Our expert guides and lecturers will safely guide you on hikes and small boat trips.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

The mountains are alpine, the waters are scattered with large icebergs and the valleys are populated with musk oxen.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

10

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

In between our shore excursions, there will be briefings and lectures on the places that we visit.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

11

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

You will have plenty of time on land excursions to walk on the desolate shores and to soak up this pristine environment.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

12

North East Greenland National Park, Greenland

We have one final day of exploration in the National park, before we head towards Kongsfjord and Spitsbergen.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

13

At Sea

After exploring the North-east of Greenland, we head towards Kongsfjorden and the Spitsbergen shore. We spend the day crossing the Fram Straight, during which our Expedition team will give lectures on interesting subjects connected to this area.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

14

Kongsfjord and North West Spitsbergen National Park, Norway

Kongsfjord is the largest fjord on the North-west coast of Spitsbergen. The landscape varies from large tundra plains to alpine peaks. At 78º 55’ N, Ny Ålesund is the world’s most Northern town. It is a permanently inhabited community, where a number of countries run their own National research stations. Magdalenefjord is home to a very important piece of cultural heritage; a whaling station from the 16th century, including a graveyard of whalers who died during the first “oil adventure”.

We will also try to stop at Barentsburg, which is a small Russian settlement. The town is constructed around the entrance of the coal mine and you will find an exotic collection of old Russian artefacts and architecture.

Overnight: Comfortable Boat

Included Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

15

Arrive Longyearbyen

We will arrive into Lonyearbyen in the early morning and this is where your magnificent journey ends. You will disembark after breakfast and will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Tour notes

Each departure date has it's own dedicated tour note, detailing all you need to know about that tour. Whether you've already booked, or weighing up your options, please choose carefully the relevant itinerary for you.

We have the following different versions of the Spitsbergen, Greenland & Iceland - M/S Fram tour available at present.

Transport

Zodiac, MS Fram

Accommodation

14 nights Comfortable Boat

Tour Staff

Expedition Crew, Naturalist(s)

Ship Description

The M/S Fram is a comfortable vessel for your polar exploration with modern amenities such as a fitness room, Jacuzzi and sauna. The ample indoor and outdoor public spaces are designed to ensure you enjoy the passing scenery and wildlife sightings; each table in the restaurant has scenic views and the observation lounge has panoramic windows. There’s also a selection of shore excursions to choose from, allowing you to experience as much of the polar wilderness as possible.